Creating a Self-Paced Outschool Class: Part 1

Thank you to everyone who joined our Creating a Self-Paced Outschool Class webinar with Jes Sudbrink!

Together, we went behind the scenes of building a self-paced class from idea to published listing — covering what makes these classes work, how to get started without overthinking it, and a full walkthrough of the listing creation process.

Some of the biggest takeaways included:

• You don’t need fancy equipment or perfect videos — starting simple is the right move
• A tighter scope and specific outcome will outperform a big, generic course every time
• Start small to test demand before investing time in a longer course
• Match your number of lessons to your number of weeks when setting up the listing
• Fill in grade levels and proficiency levels in Optional Settings — these directly affect search visibility
• Teacher presence matters: appearing on camera in each lesson is what sets you apart from YouTube

Educators also discussed:

• How to record using Zoom, Canva, or a pro editor depending on your comfort level
• What to prepare in a doc before you open Outschool (title, summary, description)
• How to handle the Mastery Evaluation section for non-academic subjects
• Pricing guidance ($10–$15 per lesson is a typical range)
• Managing teacher availability and communication for self-paced students

One of the most important reminders from the session: Progress beats perfection. Get started.

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